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Savor the best margaritas Snohomish County has to offer

From classic to creative, these spots are shaking up the ultimate margarita experience!

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Sip, savor & save: The best happy hour spots in Snohomish County

Who’s serving up the best drinks and deals after work? Let’s find out.

Ryan Hembree prepares a Spring Wish cocktail at Skip Rock Distillers on March 3, 2023 in Snohomish, Washington. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Raise a glass: Discover the finest distilleries around

Where can you find the best locally crafted spirits in Snohomish County? Let’s find out.

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Brewing Perfection: The must-visit coffee havens

Where can you find the richest flavors and coziest vibes? Let’s find out.

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Three asian food spots that will take your taste buds on an adventure

From sizzling woks to savory broths; discover the places that serve up the best bites!

A drink at the new Sound2Summit taproom in Everett, Washington, on Friday, June 9, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Exploring the finest breweries around

Which brewery will be your next favorite spot for a perfect pint? We have the answer.

Kyle Galvin, who has worked for Bluewater for more than 4 years, makes cocktails on July 10, 2020 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Crafted to perfection: Top 3 spots for Cocktails & Spirits

Ready to discover where to sip the best cocktails in town? Herald readers have you covered.

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Cheers to deals: 3 best happy hour spots in town

Looking for the perfect spot to unwind with great drinks and deals? Herald readers have you covered.

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Raise a glass and explore the best wineries around

Which winery will be your next go-to for a perfect pour? Let’s check out the top 3 places

A selection of Haywire Brewing Company’s barrel aged winter releases on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Celebrate new beginnings with Haywire Brewing this weekend

The Snohomish brewery brings new brews, old friends and lots of fun to mark the opening of its…

In The Shadow fans (from left) Taki Pruski, Steve Brown and Cam Stefanic check out the fresh hops in the kettle at In The Shadow Brewing recently. (Photo provided)

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Marysville brewery’s fall festival is a toast to friends and fresh hops

Freshies Friends features 11 breweries, plus a special collaboration brewed with hops grown in Marysville and Arlington.

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Hops and Sips: Camano’s first-ever cider festival is this weekend

Taste some of what local cideries have to offer and find a new favorite — plus, sample dozens…

A charcuterie board at the Muse Whiskey and Coffee in Everett, Washington on Monday, July 24, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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At Everett’s new portside whiskey bar, linger in a cozy taste of the past

The Muse Whiskey Coffee, housed in the historic Weyerhaeuser Building, blends casual opulence with a taste of the…

Matt Pereira, owner and brewer at 4 Stitch Brewing Company, talks with a couple regulars at the bar on Friday, June 23, 2023, in Mill Creek, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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4 Stitch Brewing taps into Mill Creek’s fledgling beer scene

Matt and Dena Pereira started out making brews in their garage. Four stitches in a finger later, their…

A drink at the new Sound To Summit Brewing location in Everett, Washington on Friday, June 9, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Snohomish legend Sound2Summit brings brews and views to Port of Everett

After more than a decade in downtown Snohomish, the brewery has opened a waterfront taproom and kitchen in…

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Beer Notebook: Bothell Block Party and Brewfest returns this weekend

Plus, a Snohomish cidery wins big in national awards, new taprooms come to Mill Creek and Lake Stevens,…

Ryan Hembre prepares a Spring Wish cocktail at Skip Rock Distillery on March 3, 2023 in Snohomish, Washington. Owners Ryan and Julie Hembre recently opened their new remodeled space and will be serving cocktails with their own spirits for the first time. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Skip on over to downtown Snohomish for a libation

Skip Rock Distillers now serving cocktails that show off the spirits it’s been making since 2011.

Designer Alyson Osborn with a handful of beer labels she illustrated and designed for Skookum Brewery on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Craft brewers turn to Bothell artist for creative labels

Like record album covers back in the 1970s, Alyson Osborn’s designs help brewers build their brands and sell…

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Seven gift ideas for drinkers

From books to bourbon, ideas for the lovers of beer and spirits in your life.

Nigel Lindsey of Revolution by the Barrel adds a sage leaf garnish to his spin on a New York sour while demonstrating his mobile cocktail service Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, at Think Tank Cowork in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Traveling bartender wants to start a ‘Revolution by the Barrel’

Everett mixologist Nigel Lindsey works to hold cocktails to a higher standard.